English Tutors

UK's leading English tutors in London & Online

Tuition for English Language & English Literature

ProfessionalMichaelMichael

Michael studied Classics at Oxford and subsequently completed his MA in Comparative Literature at UCL. He has led numerous Keystone courses as well as supporting over 130 Keystone families. Outside of tutoring, Michael is a keen writer and a thespian at heart.

ProfessionalJamesJames

James is an experienced tutor with a PhD in English and a Classics degree from Cambridge. James understands the importance of building strong relationships in order for his students to get the most out of his lessons. He has taught over 3,800 hours helping around 130 students.

ProfessionalMadeleineMadeleine

Madeleine is an Oxford graduate and a writer. She tutors across the age range and has experience supporting a wide range of learning styles. Madeleine has taught over 3,100 hours through Keystone.

ProfessionalCameronCameron

Cameron is a playwright and tutors alongside his writing schedule. He is highly personable and as a result his teaching style is very engaging. He has been with Keystone since 2014 teaching over 8,600 hours.

ProfessionalLaraLara

Lara is an English graduate with a love of teaching and academia. She teaches both face to face and online and has taught over 5,300 hours with Keystone since 2016.

ProfessionalJean-MichelJean-Michel

Jean-Michel is an experienced tutor with degrees in Physics, Philosophy and Literature. He enjoys finding new ways of teaching his subjects and aims to foster a love of learning in his students. During his time at Keystone, Jean-Michel has taught over 2,500 hours.

ProfessionalRoryRory

Rory started tutoring whilst at Oxford and has worked with students of all ages. He teaches Maths, Science and English across the board. He is enthusiastic and encouraging and gets great feedback from his students. He has worked over 6,200 hours with Keystone.

ProfessionalPaigePaige

Paige is an English graduate from Durham University who teaches from the 7+/8+ level through to A Level. She joined Keystone in 2017 and has taught over 5,500 hours, helping more than 390 families.

ProfessionalJackJack

Jack studied English Literature at the University of Edinburgh and graduated with first class honours. He then went on to complete an MA in Creative Writing at Royal Holloway. He tutors both Maths and English across the age range and aims to create an open and reflexive learning environment.

ProfessionalSamSam

Sam is a highly personable individual who teaches across the age range. He specialises in English, EFL and 11+. Sam is also a writer and has a love of language that he aims to pass onto his students.

ProfessionalAliceAlice

Alice is an Oxford-educated tutor who has taught over 10,300 hours through Keystone with more than 410 families. Her independent sector teaching experience enables her to provide a high level of support to her tutees.

ProfessionalFrazierFrazier

Frazier is passionate about teaching and learning and has been tutoring since his sixth form years. He identifies the specific challenges faced by a student and then forms a plan of action to tackle these. During his time at Keystone, Frazier has helped 190 students and taught well over 3,300 hours.

ProfessionalJamesJames

James is an experienced tutor and an Oxford graduate with a passion for English and History. He tutors online alongside completing a PhD in Northern Irish poetry. James has delivered over 2,300 hours of 1:1 lessons with Keystone clients.

ProfessionalLucyLucy

Lucy is a highly engaging tutor with a degree in English and a Masters in Acting. She believes in unlocking the joy of learning and helping her students grow in confidence. Lucy has taught over 2,400 hours through Keystone.

ProfessionalMaxMax

Max is an Oxford educated English graduate who has also completed an MPhil in American Literature at Cambridge. Max has tutored since 2012 and works with students of all levels and with diverse educational needs. He has taught over 2,000 hours and helped 80 families through Keystone.

ProfessionalCharlesCharles

Charles has recently completed a Masters at St Andrews and has been tutoring since he was a student himself. He focuses on humanities, as well as teaching English and Maths at 11+. Charles believes communication is key within his lessons, allowing his students to ask questions and develop their ideas.

ProfessionalAndyAndy

Andy holds a BA (double first) and a PhD, both from the University of Cambridge, and an MA from King’s College London. He is an experienced tutor in English, Philosophy, Religious Studies and academic writing skills. Since joining Keystone in 2015, he has taught over 7,300 hours with Keystone and helped over 310 families.

ProfessionalFlorenceFlorence

Florence is an experienced tutor who has worked across the age range, helping 140 Keystone clients. While first completing a DPhil and then working as a research fellow at Oxford, Florence held several teaching and lecturing roles. However, she also helps primary level students build solid foundations. Florence encourages her tutees to become self-motivated learners with a love for their subjects.

ProfessionalMichaelMichael

Michael is a graduate of King's College, London and also has a PhD in English. He joined Keystone in 2017 as a full-time tutor and he has helped over 150 families since then and taught over 4,700 hours of lessons.

ProfessionalNatashaNatasha

Natasha is a first-class English and History graduate with several years tutoring experience - having taught 1,300 hours with Keystone alone. She loves nothing more than sharing her passion for learning with her students. Natasha is an avid reader and writer and is currently working on her first novel.

ProfessionalTomTom

Tom is a committed and experienced professional tutor whose practice is based on rigorous subject and educational knowledge, which has flourished through his work with over 160 Keystone families, since 2015. He offers stimulating, sympathetic and agile tutorials, with a particular emphasis on mentoring, motivation and confidence building.

ProfessionalJonnyJonny

Jonny is an Oxford graduate and is currently studying for a PhD in Italian Studies at Cambridge. He teaches languages as well as English and Maths. Jonny has supported 70 Keystone students and delivered 2,000 hours worth of lessons. He is a passionate actor and writer who loves to work on theatrical projects outside of tutoring.

ProfessionalEmilyEmily

Emily is an experienced tutor who joined the team in 2017 and has delivered over 3,500 hours of lessons. Emily has taught in England as well as abroad. She not only helps students with 11+ and 13+ entrance exams but also with English and Spanish up to A Level.

ProfessionalAlexAlex

Alex joined Keystone in 2016 having graduated with a First Class Degree. Since starting at Keystone he has taught over 6,800 hours with more than 170 families and teaches all the way up from 11+ - A Level.

ProfessionalJosephJoseph

Joseph is a Durham graduate and a highly personable tutor who has taught 1,800 hours through Keystone. He helps with a wide range of subjects from English to Science. Joseph has a structured but adaptive approach to lessons, which aims to build up students’ confidence in their subject area and develop their independent learning skills.

ProfessionalOliOli

Oli is an experienced tutor and a Cambridge graduate with a first class degree. He joined Keystone in 2010 and has tutored over 8,600 hours, helping over 260 students across the age range.

ProfessionalLottieLottie

Lottie has a stellar academic background which culminates in a PhD from Oxford University. She is an excellent communicator and aims to instil a love of learning in all of her students - across subjects and levels.

ProfessionalGuyGuy

Guy is an experienced English and History tutor with a PhD in English Literature. He has over 10 years experience tutoring from 11+ up to university level. Guy has a friendly and calming approach to tutoring.

ProfessionalRobbieRobbie

Robbie is a Professional English Tutor with a love for writing and for the theatre. He teaches from the Primary Level up to A Level. Robbie joined Keystone in 2018 and has since helped over 130 families.

ProfessionalKateKate

Kate is a first class law graduate who joined our team of full time tutors in 2017 and taught in a school before joining Keystone. She has tutored over 4,900 hours through Keystone and helped over 220 families.

KateKate

Throughout Kate's career in teaching she has worked with students from the 7+ level up to degree level. She has a passion for English and has huge amounts of experience working with students both face-to-face and online.

JessJess

Jess is a qualified specialist teacher who works with both main stream and SEN students. She works with a range of ages and has over twelve years of experience with teaching both in school and privately. Jess is an engaging and enthusiastic teacher, who likes to help students to develop confidence and curiosity with their learning.

HelenaHelena

Helena is an Oxford graduate with a passion for languages. She has tutored since 2017 and teaches across the age range.

RebeccaRebecca

Rebecca is an Oxford University educated tutor who teaches English, Modern Languages and Maths. She has taught over 3,100 hours since joining Keystone as a full-time tutor in 2017.

HollyHolly

Holly is a Cambridge educated tutor who covers a wide range of subjects. She aims to instill confidence within her students and encourages them to be intellectually independent.

ImogenImogen

Imogen is a Cambridge graduate and aspiring author. She has been teaching and tutoring since 2010. She is motivating and supportive and helps her students to flourish academically.

TomTom

Tom’s approach to tutoring is both enthusiastic and supportive. He is particularly adept at breaking down information into more approachable and manageable chunks.

YasminYasmin

Yasmin is currently completing a PhD in London and is a graduate from the University of Oxford. She is an experienced tutor in Maths and English. She has a passion for helping students enjoy what they are learning, as, without enjoying what you are learning, it is much harder to achieve success and feel fulfilled.

JamesJames

James is an Oxford graduate and writer. He helps students across the age range and aims to make his sessions fun but focused.

MattMatt

Matt is a qualified English teacher, who has a wealth of experience teaching in both the independent and state sector. He has a patient approach and aims to build confidence in order to encourage students to ask questions and actively engage in their own progress.

AnnaAnna

Anna is an experienced tutor and is passionate about making language and literature studies accessible and enjoyable for children aged 8 to 18. Alongside her tutoring, Anna has worked with several educational organisations. Anna's teaching style is adaptive and she uses a variety of resources in her teaching.

CyaraCyara

Cyara is a highly intelligent and inspiring tutor who works across the age range. Her engaging style and goal orientated practice encourages students to invest more energy into their studies and gain more enjoyment from lessons.

AndrewAndrew

Andrew is one of Keystone’s most experienced Maths tutors. He is passionate about supporting his students and his practical approach to tutoring helps to build confidence.

ElizabethElizabeth

Liz is a Cambridge graduate who has been tutoring since 2017. She covers a range of subjects and read Japanese and Sociology at university.

SofiaSofia

Sofia teaches across the age range, specialising in entrance exam preparation at 7+, 8+ and 11+ level and English, Drama and Geography beyond this. She balances her tutoring with theatre directing and brings her creativity and enthusiasm with her into all her lessons.

RobRob

Rob is a primary level tutor with a range of teaching experience. He is also a linguist and a qualified lawyer. He has recently returned to tutoring as his passion lies in education.

ImogenImogen

Imogen gained a first class degree in Theology from Oxford and has 10 years tutoring and teaching experience. She tutors across the age range from Primary to A Level and specialises in supporting students in entrance tests from 7+ to 13+ level.

CallumCallum

Callum is an enthusiastic and engaging tutor. He impressed us at interview with his supportive and knowledgeable approach to tutoring.

RoxanehRoxaneh

Roxaneh is a hugely experienced English tutor. As an actress she infuses her tutoring with a passion for literature and performance.

Tommaso AlessandroTommaso Alessandro

Tommaso teaches English, History, Italian, Psychology, Philosophy and RS across the age range. He also helps with Maths at 11+ and 13+. He has been tutoring alongside his studies for the past 5 years.

MiaMia

Mia is a graduate from the London School of Economics and has tutored extensively both in the UK and abroad. She has particular expertise with the 11+ and 13+ English curriculum and has tutored over 1,000 hours through Keystone alone.

MatildaMatilda

Matilda is an experienced tutor with an impressive track record, having taught over 2,900 hours through Keystone. She is enthusiastic and encouraging and her students grow in confidence and self assurance under her guidance, really preparing them for their exams.

BenBen

Ben is a passionate and engaging English tutor who has a MA in Shakespeare Studies from KCL. He enjoys helping his students develop an interest in English and he adapts his teaching style to the needs of each student.

DavinaDavina

Davina has been tutoring for over 15 years. Her teaching is marked by its sympathy and diligence. She plans her lessons exhaustively and structures rigorous long-term programmes. She is particularly talented at helping her pupils get to grips with the perils of the English language, and making Science more accessible to those who have struggled to understand it in class.

JoeJoe

Joe is a knowledgeable and patient tutor who has been teaching since he was a student himself. He aims to build confidence in his students and, furthermore, help them find enjoyment in their learning.

SamanthaSamantha

Samantha is a patient and creative English tutor who has been teaching since 2009. She has taught in various schools across the world and taught a range of syllabuses and exam boards.

OliviaOlivia

Olivia is a dynamic tutor with a first class degree in Law from Oxford. She has a passion for literature and has worked in the book industry in a variety of settings. Olivia now tutors alongside working on her own novel and a short film.

TristanTristan

Tristan is a highly enthusiastic and diligent tutor. He possesses strong communicative abilities which enable him to explain even the most difficult things with clarity.

ColeenColeen

Coleen has a wealth of educational experience in both the UK and abroad. She has an engaging, resourceful and measured tutoring style.

NektariaNektaria

Nektaria is patient, structured and clear. She is a fully qualified and experienced English teacher and GCSE examiner. She impressed us at interview with her diagnostic approach to identifying strengths and weaknesses.

GabrielGabriel

Gabriel is an accomplished educator and writer, who has had a wealth of experience teaching at a variety of levels. He tutors English and Philosophy across the age range, as well as preparing students to study HSPS. His teaching style is personalised and dynamic.

KayleighKayleigh

Kayleigh is an English Teacher with seven years of classroom experience. She is now tutoring whilst completing a PhD in English Literature.

EleanorEleanor

Eleanor's approach to tutoring is measured, supportive and fun. She tutors alongside her freelance work at the Melanie Klein Trust.

JuliaJulia

Julia is a patient and engaging tutor who helps prepare students in Maths, English and Reasoning for 7+, 8+ and 11+ exams. She also teaches English, Drama and History of Art up to A Level. She is an experienced ISEE and US university entrance tutor. Julia aims to shape an environment that allows students to own their abilities and encounter challenges with curiosity.

MartinMartin

Martin is an English tutor of titanic stature and experience. He loves to enthuse students about English.

RobynRobyn

Passionate about English as well as Maths, Robyn is an experienced and intellectually sharp tutor. She is particularly strong at extending learners outside of their comfort zone.

SamSam

Sam is a patient and engaging tutor who believes in creating a bespoke learning experience for each of his students. He is a qualified teacher who helps with Maths up to 11+ and Drama and English all the way up to A Level.

CharlieCharlie

Charlie is an experienced English, History and Classical Civilisation teacher who has taught in a number of top prep schools. He teaches from 11+ up to A Level and believes in helping students be the driver of their own learning.

JackJack

Jack is a conscientious and dedicated tutor who teaches across the age range and helps with a variety of subjects. He has taught over 1,500 hours through Keystone working with around 80 families. Alongside his tutoring he is working to establish himself as a comedy writer.

JohnJohn

John is a qualified teacher who tutors English and Maths from 11+ up to A Level. He has completed a MA in Transformational Leadership in Educational Settings and he ensures he tailors each lesson to the needs of his students.

LeoLeo

Leo is a retired Headmaster and a highly experienced teacher who now tutors full time. He tutors at Primary level and also teaches English up to A Level.

PeterPeter

Peter is an English teacher with over 30 years’ experience. His years of experience as Head of English at Tudor Hall enable him to provide his tutees with a very high level of support.

EmmaEmma

Emma is an extremely experienced English tutor. She has worked at a number of top London independent schools and recently retired as Head of English at Queen's College. Her knowledgeable approach ensures she provides the very best support to her students.

MatthewMatthew

Matt is a tutor and theatre director with a passion for education. He has a fantastic academic record and a kind, enthusiastic disposition.

KateKate

Kate trained as a teacher through the Teach First scheme. She now focuses on tutoring and strives to engage and motivate her tutees. Her lessons are always planned in great detail and Kate's aim is for her students to develop enquiring, critical, and confident minds.

JamesJames

James is an experienced tutor with a stellar academic record. His passions lie in the humanities and writing as well as teaching.

Feedback on our English tutors

"My son’s improvements are really noticeable. Your lessons are the happiest time for him during the week and English is now his favourite subject. Under your teaching he has progressed a lot and grasped many techniques so thank you very much. "

Parent of Year 9 child studying in New Zealand, online English lessons

"He has brought English up to an A in Literature and an 8 in Language. These are incredible results, owing in large part to his work with you. We are very pleased and grateful. Thank you!"

Mother of GCSE English student

Request a Tutor

Want to know more about our tutors? Contact us today to discuss your requirements.

1. DETAILED CONSULTATION1. DETAILED CONSULTATION
2. ACADEMIC ASSESSMENT (OPTIONAL)2. ACADEMIC ASSESSMENT (OPTIONAL)
3.RIGOROUS TUTOR SELECTION PROCESS3.RIGOROUS TUTOR SELECTION PROCESS
4. REGULAR FEEDBACK & REPORTING4. REGULAR FEEDBACK & REPORTING

Request a Tutor

Want to know more about our tutors? Contact us today to discuss your requirements.

Articles relevant to English

English Super Curricular Activities

In a world full of distractions, there are few more satisfying ways to spend your time than immersed in a good book. But studying literature at university is about more than wiling away your days in the company of great authors; it’s a rigorous and exacting discipline that will stretch the way you think about language and about art.

Read more

How to Write a Good GCSE & IGCSE Essay

Non-fiction essay writing is a skill that can sometimes evoke powerful feelings dread in students. This article hopes to provide all students with a solid base of essay writing knowledge to help improve student confidence and skills.The advice in this article has been written to be as applicable to as many subjects as possible. When using this article, be sure to check your Exam Board’s specification for each subject.

Read more

Request a Tutor

Want to know more about our tutors? Contact us today to discuss your requirements.

Browse English tutors by level

Primary English Tutors 7 Plus English Tutors 8 Plus English Tutors 11 Plus English Tutors Common Entrance English Tutors GCSE English Tutors IGCSE English Tutors 16 Plus English Tutors A Level English Tutors IB English Tutors Undergraduate English Tutors